Dangerous rip currents hit coast

Dangerous rip currents have developed along the entire San Diego County coastline due to a south swell that will produce 3' to 5' waves, with sets to 6', through Saturday. The currents are strongest at south-facing beaches, where the highest waves are cracking ashore. And the currents have appeared on a weekend when many people are expected to hit the coast due to high temperatures. The National Weather Service says that high pressure will push temps into the upper 70s and low 80s at the coast, and into the upper 80s and low 90s across inland valleys and foothills. Sea surface temperatures are running from 68-70 degrees.

Inexperienced swimmers and surfers should only enter the water in front of lifeguard towers that are staffed.